Not Another Number

A podcast written and recorded by a teenager, for teenagers! In my episodes, I share stories of my experiences with various mental health topics, while sharing tips and tricks I've learned along my journey of healing and growth! I hope you feel a little less alone after listening to these episodes, I'm here for you. Relax and enjoy!

**This account is NOT run by professionals. All advice and information shared is solely based on experience.**

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Dec 31, 2023 · 15 min
Growing Pains.
Helloooo! It’s been a while! If you didn’t know already, I moved into college 4 months ago. A lot has happened since then, so I wanted to give you all some life updates (and an explanation as to why I disappeared for a bit)! In this episode, I discussed the overwhelming adjustment to college, how I’ve been learning and embracing some new life lessons, and how I plan on navigating the future! I hope you enjoy, see you next year!
Aug 7, 2023 · 12 min
College?!
Helloooo!!!! It’s been a while! In today’s episode, I updated you all on what I’ve been up to for the past 3 months, talked about the emotions I’ve been navigating while getting ready to move into college, and shared some tips that have carried me through it all! I am so proud of you, and I hope you enjoy!💛
Apr 18, 2023 · 6 min
Imposter Syndrome (Again).
Hellooo! I hope you all have been well! Today’s podcast episode is on Imposter Syndrome (Again)! In this episode, I talked about some aspects of imposter syndrome that I have been struggling with recently along with sharing some lessons and tips I’ve learned along the way. I’m still learning how to navigate this topic, but I hope that my words were able to help you in some way. I’m so proud of you (as always), see you later!
Mar 20, 2023 · 7 min
Parties, Drinking, and Drugs.
Hello everyone! This week’s episode is about Partying, Drinking, and Drugs! As you know, I’ll be going to college this fall! My views on partying and drinking are changing and I’m navigating through a lot of anxiety-inducing thoughts right now! In this episode, I talked about my views on party culture, why I’m hesitant about drinking, and how I plan on navigating party culture safely! I’ll most likely be making more episodes on this topic, so feel free to send me any recommendations of topics you want me to cover! Enjoy!
Mar 7, 2023 · 7 min
Making Friends (Or Not).
Hello everyone! This week’s episode is about making friends (or not)! If you’ve ever struggled with being social and finding common interests, this episode is for you. In this episode, I talk about feeling weird when trying to make friends along with not really knowing where I fit in. With roommate searching happening and college coming up, this topic is super relatable. I hope you enjoy!
Feb 22, 2023 · 11 min
A Casual Conversation (Again).
Hello everyone! This week’s episode is a casual conversation and Q&A! Today, I talked about getting through the college application process, navigating self-deprecation, my best friends, and my thoughts on my old episodes! This was SO fun to make and I definitely plan on making more episodes like this. I hope you enjoy!
Feb 7, 2023 · 6 min
The Golden Rule.
Hello!! In today’s episode, I talked about the humanity in being unkind, learning how to be gentle with yourself in order to be gentle with others, and the importance of self-awareness! This episode is short but sweet, but I hope you enjoy!
Jan 24, 2023 · 9 min
Things Change.
Hello! HAPPY NEW YEAR!! It’s been a while, but I’ve been going through a lot recently. In this episode, I talk all about these crazy past few weeks and how I’ve been dealing with the change (and lack thereof). I shared some tips on getting through change while also giving you some encouragement for getting through all of life’s hurdles. I am so grateful for you all, be kind to yourself, and enjoy!
Dec 12, 2022 · 9 min
The Holidays Are Hard.
Hello everyone! I hope you all are doing well! Today’s episode was about some unwanted feelings that may arise as the holidays approach. From toxic family members and friends to constant social interactions to loneliness, the holidays can be really difficult to get through. However, I have shared some tips and tricks that have helped me cope with the not-so-jolly holiday feelings! I hope you enjoy, and I’ll see you soon!
Nov 27, 2022 · 7 min
Romanticize Your Life…Or Don’t.
Hello everyone! I hope you all have been well! This week’s episode is on romanticizing life and how it’s helped and hurt me. With senior year and college applications, it’s been interesting to navigate a new chapter of my life, but also really exciting! In this episode, you’ll hear a bunch of stories about my year so far and hopefully be able to apply some of this to your own journey! Enjoy and see you soon!
Nov 7, 2022 · 8 min
College and the Future!
Hello everyone! It’s been a while! I hope you all have been doing well and taking care of yourselves. In this episode, I talked about the fears and joys that come with applying to college and how I’ve been dealing with them! As always, I am so proud of you, enjoy! :)
Aug 31, 2022 · 5 min
Burnout (again).
Hello everyone!! Welcome back to another episode! In today’s episode, I talked about dealing with burnout and what I’ve been thinking about during my first week of senior year! I’ll probably take a break for the next episode, but I’ll see you later!
Aug 16, 2022 · 11 min
Cozy Conversations Pt. 2.
Hello everyone! I hope you all are doing well! Today’s episode was just a casual, cozy Q&A where I answered some of the questions you have about me! This was so refreshing, and I hope you enjoy! See you in the next episode!
Aug 2, 2022 · 11 min
You Deserve Better.
Hello! I hope you all are doing well! In today’s episode, I talked about how I’ve been dealing with some tricky relationships in my life and how I’ve been prioritizing my peace! I hope you know that if someone doesn’t make you feel respected, valued, and listened to, YOU DESERVE BETTER. Also, check out Not Another Number’s Instagram Bio for the registration form to our mental health workshop! I’ll see you soon!
Jul 20, 2022 · 11 min
Sex Ed and Domestic Violence.
Hello!! Welcome back to another episode, I hope you all are doing well! In this episode, I talked about the importance of comprehensive sexual education and preventing domestic violence, and I shared my own story as well! I hope you all enjoyed, help is ALWAYS available, and I’ll see you next time!
Jul 2, 2022 · 8 min
Mental Health and Activism.
Hellooo! I hope you all are doing well and enjoyed this episode! Today, I talked about how I’ve been coping with the heartbreaking news that’s been circulating social media recently. You are not alone in this. Also, the two accounts that I was referencing in the episode are @nativelandnet and @lakotalaw on Instagram! Have an amazing rest of your week, and I’ll see you soon!
Jun 14, 2022 · 9 min
Summer Depression.
Hellooo! Welcome back to another episode! This one is super jumbled, but I talked about some things I’ve been feeling and thinking about as summer approaches and how I’ve been coping with them. I hope you enjoy, and keep an eye out for more information on our summer workshops! Have an amazing week!
May 25, 2022 · 8 min
Timelines and External Validation.
Hello!! Long time, no see (or listen..?)! In today’s episode, I talked about being at peace with your own timeline and learning to rely on your own validation instead of external validation. I hope y’all enjoy, see you next week!
Mar 29, 2022 · 13 min
Being Brown in a White Community.
Ah, the pressures of conformity! Welcome back to another episode, I hope you all are doing well! In today’s episode, I talked about being Desi at a PWI (Predominantly White Institution), how BIPOC mental health is constantly neglected, and my experiences with microaggressions and blatant racism. I listed a few organizations championing for more mental health resources for BIPOC youth and I encourage you to support them in any way that you can! I hope you all enjoyed this episode, I’m so proud of you, and I’ll see you soon.
Mar 13, 2022 · 6 min
Healing My Inner Child.
Hellooo!! Welcome back to another episode! I’m sorry for disappearing for two weeks, things have been rough. But, today’s episode was so needed! I talked about healing my inner child, what I’ve been doing to combat self-destructive tendencies, and some affirmations for you (yes, you!). I hope you all enjoyed this episode as much as I enjoyed making it, I’ll see you soon!

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